This week, we’re back with a new round of weekly meal plan recommendations: 5 easy, low-stress meals your whole family will enjoy throughout the week. Hopefully we can help make your weeknights that much easier. (Updated for 2023)
At top: Greek Chickpea Burgers at Connoisseurus Veg; Lasagna Soup with Ricotta Cream from Once Upon A Chef
Related: Weekly Meal Plan: 5 easy recipes including a simple winter classic dinners
Monday: Greek Chickpea Burgers from Connoisseurus Veg
For Meatless Monday, we’ll be trying these Greek Chickpea Burgers at Connoisseurus Veg. (Awesome name, right?) Chickpeas are a great substitute for chicken or turkey when making plant-based meals, and they will work perfectly with the Greek spices in this recipe. I’m predicting no leftovers on these.
Related: Is it realistic to go vegan with kids? One mom’s real life tips and tricks.
Tuesday: Sheet Pan Pork Chops from Girl Gone Gourmet
If you have a busy night this week or just want a stress-free dinner, then plan on these Sheet Pan Pork Chops recipe from Girl Gone Gourmet. One pan, minimal cleanup, and a dinner the whole family will like. If you don’t know the magic of parsnips yet, this recipe will turn you into a fan. Bacon + parsnips = heaven.
Wednesday: Lasagna Soup with Ricotta Cream from Once Upon A Chef
This recipe for Lasagna Soup with Ricotta Cream became one of Lisa’s favorites, after reviewing the Once Upon A Chef: Weeknight/Weekend cookbook. Now, it’s on weekly rotation in her house – especially during the grey winter months. Find the recipe here if you don’t yet have the book; not only does it come together much quicker than a traditional lasagna, but it is also a perfect comfort food after a busy day.
Related: 10 easy 5-ingredient soups to add to your repertoire
Thursday: 20-minute Chili Lime Sheet Pan Fajitas from Call Me PMC
We loooove sheet pan dinners for easy prep and clean up. This 20-minute Chili Lime Sheet Pan Fajitas recipe at Call Me PMC is a smart way to sneak some extra veggies into the kids’ dinner, and it’s delicious.
Friday: Quiche Lorraine from Life, Love and Good Food
Everyone loves breakfast for dinner and this week, instead of pancakes or waffles, I plan on making a slightly more sophisticated Quiche Lorraine. This recipe from Life, Love and Good Food can be prepped ahead of time (yay for make-ahead recipes!) whenever I find a little time during my week; then keep in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake. Serve it with a nice green salad, until sliced cantaloupe is back in season. Because that’s my kids’ favorite.
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